Veteran center Isaiah Stewart reveals he believed a trade would land him with the Washington Wizards or Los Angeles Lakers before learning the Detroit Pistons sent him to the Memphis Grizzlies this summer. Embracing his role as the Grizzlies’ new defensive enforcer, Stewart helps a team that started 5‑0 and now sits 6‑2. He’s posting 11.9 points on 66.7% shooting (57.1% from three) and 3.4 rebounds per game, while insisting his aggressive on‑court reputation masks a calmer off‑court personality.
Detroit is winning without its All-Star center, but almost everything runs through Cade Cunningham. #Pistons
Ausar Thompson is evolving as an offensive player with the Detroit Pistons. His brother, Amen Thompson, has the blueprint for simplifying the process.
The Pistons never pulled the trigger on a Miles Bridges trade, and now we see why.
Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff believes Duncan Robinson has developed into a more complete offensive player, pointing to his improved ability to attack the basket and create opportunities beyond three-point shooting.
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Detroit Pistons guard Duncan Robinson is enjoying the best start to a season of his NBA career, making the team's upcoming contract decision increasingly straightforward.
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Who can the Pistons trade for during the season to boost their offense?
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Duncan Robinson is poised for a full $16 million guarantee from the Pistons after posting career‑high numbers – 19 points per game, 47.4% shooting and 47.9% from three over his first eight games. His non‑guaranteed $15.2 million salary for next season appears likely to become guaranteed as he fills the offensive void left by Jalen Duren. Meanwhile, Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen left a game with a right‑knee knock but expects a quick return, while Tyrese Proctor and other Cleveland players are listed as questionable for the NBA Cup showdown in Philadelphia. Former Bucks coach Doc Rivers reveals on the Bill Simmons Podcast that Giannis Antetokounmpo silently pressured Milwaukee to trade him, and a Chicago Tribune piece questions the Bulls’ concern over Matas Buzelis’ slow start.
A blockbuster three-team Pistons trade proposal would bring Kyrie Irving and Nickeil Alexander-Walker to Detroit alongside Cade Cunningham. Is the price too high?
Not every familiar face is thriving so far.
The Golden State Valkyries clinched a WNBA championship in just two seasons by prioritizing defense, a strategy echoed by NBA turnarounds like the Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, and Philadelphia 76ers. The Valkyries jumped from 4th to 1st in league defense while improving offense, and similar defensive upgrades propelled the Pistons to a 60‑win season and the Rockets to a West‑second seed. The article argues that teams such as the Clippers, Kings, Nets, or Bucks should adopt a "defense‑first" building model, highlighting affordable defensive role players and recent success stories. It also spotlights Gabby Williams as a prototype defensive wing worth scouting.
The Milwaukee Bucks open the fourth NBA Cup on Friday, November 6, facing the Toronto Raptors in Group East A. While the Bucks sit 0-0 in Cup play, rivals Detroit, Orlando, Brooklyn and Toronto have already logged games, with Detroit leading the group at 1-0. Coach Mike Budenholzer hopes the Bucks can leverage their strong rebounding and transition tempo to offset low field‑goal percentages in fast‑break situations. Key matchups include a later trip to Detroit, where the Pistons pose the toughest test, and games against Orlando and Brooklyn, both struggling in transition scoring. All Cup games count toward regular‑season standings, and eight teams will advance to the knockout rounds.
Can the Pistons' shooting improvement propel them to a title?
The Pistons have struggled on the boards without Jalen Duren.
It's too bad we have to wait until February to see Pistons vs. 76ers again.
Isaiah Stewart, the Memphis Grizzlies' fiery big man, tells Andscape he has no regrets about his infamous 2021 clash with LeBron James—where James was ejected and Stewart served a two‑game ban after a heated post‑play confrontation. Stewart also reflects on recent suspensions, including a seven‑game ban in February 2026 for leaving the bench in a Pistons‑Hornets fight, and notes teams often try to bait him. Now 25 and part of a Grizzlies squad riding a 6‑2 start, Stewart says he’ll keep playing the same aggressive style.
A new Detroit Pistons trade proposal targets Hawks star Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Could his scoring and defense make Detroit a championship contender?
Isaiah Stewart addresses his controversial reputation of being the "toughest" guy in the NBA after fights with LeBron James and Miles Bridges when he was with the Pistons.
The NBA retroactively hits 76ers star Joel Embiid with a Flagrant‑1 for a controversial kick to Pistons guard Cade Cunningham during the 112‑106 win on Nov. 6, 2026. The contact occurred with 5:32 left in the first quarter and was not called on the court, but the league later assessed the foul, marking Embiid’s first Flagrant this season. He also earned a technical for pushing Tolu Smith later in the game. Despite the drama, Embiid posted 26 points and a career‑high 15 rebounds, while Philadelphia improves to 8‑1. Cunningham finished with 26 points and 11 assists for Detroit.
He has the ball more and is taking more jumpers. But will it matter when the games matter?
Joel Embiid has been disciplined by the NBA following his act against Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham on Wednesday.
Memphis Grizzlies center Isaiah Stewart said he doesn't regret his attempt to fight LeBron James in a 2021 game or his part in a February brawl involving a number of players from the Charlotte Hornets.
The Detroit Pistons were rumored to be giving up on Duncan Robinson. Four months later, he's saving them from multiple key injuries.
The Sixers burst out of the gate with an 8-1 record, showcasing chemistry, depth and clutch performances. Highlights include a 29‑point comeback over Cleveland, a revenge win in Detroit (112‑106) led by LeBron James’ near‑triple‑double (13‑10‑8) and Jaylen Brown’s 30‑point breakout, while Joel Embiid dominates the boards with 15 rebounds despite a 3‑for‑26 three‑point slump. Coach Nick Nurse stresses that the team, currently No. 3 in the league at 105.2 points allowed per game, still has room to improve offensive sets and defense. The article argues the early success feels “too good to be true,” but the balanced contributions suggest a genuine resurgence.